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Vocabulary Entry
johnny
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A male given name, often a diminutive of 'John'.
Example Sentences
"Johnny is coming over for dinner."
"I saw a movie with a character named Johnny."
"Johnny plays the guitar beautifully."
V
verb
To johnny (informal) can mean to act childishly or immaturely; to behave in a playful manner.
Example Sentences
"Stop johnnying around and focus on your homework."
"The kids were johnnying at the park."
"She loves to johnny up her friends when they’re feeling down."